KANDHKOT - In a significant step towards restoring lasting peace in the region, at least 44 outlaws laid down their arms and surrendered before the district police during a ceremony held on Thursday. The event was attended by Deputy Commissioner Kashmore, SP Kashmore, senior police officials, journalists, social activists, and local community members.
The outlaws, who had been involved in various criminal activities in different parts of the district, voluntarily renounced violence and pledged to become law-abiding citizens. Among the surrendered dacoits were Fakeer Ali Hassan, Bashir Ahmed, Adam, Kamal din, Jeewan Khan, Chakar Khan, Mir Bangul, Saeedo, Qurban Ali, Nadar Khan, Faiz Mohammad, Sher Pao, Mir Ahmed, Mohammad Bachal, Rehan, Dadan, Shahzado, Pir jaan, Allah dino, and others.
The ceremony also featured a display of surrendered modern weapons, including Kalshankoves, rocket launchers, anti-aircraft guns, and others. During his address, SP Kashmore Mohammad Murad stated that a massive police operation in riverine areas, combined with the Sindh government's surrender policy, led to 44 dacoits laying down their weapons and surrendering. He added that these individuals were involved in serious offences such as murder, kidnapping, extortion, and other criminal activities.
"We hope this encourages other groups involved in criminal activities to choose the path of peace," he said. He reiterated that operations against criminals would continue without discrimination under the force's zero-tolerance policy. SP Kashmore urged still-active dacoits to lay down their arms and turn themselves in, emphasizing that all surrendered individuals would be dealt with in accordance with the law and provided fair justice.
Meanwhile, the surrendered dacoits stated that they had endured a life of hardship and remorse, and that the law had provided them an opportunity to surrender. They acknowledged their past mistakes and expressed hope that the Sindh government and the Inspector General of Police (IGP) would show them leniency.
The surrender is expected to bring a noticeable reduction in crime activities and improve overall law and order. Residents have welcomed the move, expressing hope that it will lead to greater stability and economic activity in areas previously affected by violence.
